2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Ka |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |